Unfortunately, it is possible to fall victim to parasites anywhere by eating a raw steak in a cafe, diving in an unfamiliar lake, or eating berries that have not been treated with water. The result of the presence of parasites will be deterioration of health, compromised immunity and an unhealthy appearance. Parasites poison the host with waste, and gradually unpleasant changes occur in a person's internal organs. How to fight against parasites in the human body? What drugs and methods are available to combat parasites in human organs? Let us consider in detail the methods of pest control.
Signs of the presence of parasites in the body
A variety of parasites live in the human body. Some show their presence almost immediately after registration. Others live without showing any signs. It is very easy to get infected with worms, but getting rid of them is not easy. How to check for parasites? And although the parasites living in the human body may be different, the symptoms of parasite infection are similar. Common symptoms of the presence of helminths in the body are as follows:
- unreasonable headaches;
- nausea, occasional vomiting;
- weakness, apathy;
- disorder of digestive processes;
- lack of appetite or constant desire to eat something;
- unpleasant smell from the mouth;
- dark circles around the eyes;
- anemia;
- weight gain or loss for no reason;
- muscle and joint pain;
- allergy;
- nervous system disorders;
- dizziness.
Very often a person is treated for some kind of illness by swallowing handfuls of drugs, and the cause of his discomfort is parasites in the body. And after removing helminths, the state of health immediately improves. The fight against parasites is an important step in the health of the organism.
Most often, the human body is susceptible to attacks from these parasitic individuals:
- roundworms;
- pinworms;
- lamblia;
- streptococci;
- staphylococci;
- opisthorchis.
The difficulty in identifying parasites is that the symptoms of the presence of helminths are similar to different diseases. More than a hundred parasites, varying in size from a few millimeters to several meters, settle in the human body, poison, injure organs, take up energy, nutritional components and strength.
Ways to diagnose the presence of parasites in the body
There is an opinion that it is not easy to identify pests. In fact, the usual way - a clinical analysis of feces can not always show the presence of parasitic individuals in the human body. Therefore, to identify parasitic individuals, there are such options:
- microscopic examination of feces for an ovarian leaf is a non-traumatic, painless method that can be performed in any laboratory. For more reliability, it is recommended to carry out the diagnosis several times;
- immunological blood test for the presence of parasites in the organs by the level of antigens, ELISA;
- hardware diagnostics - ultrasound helps to detect echinococci in the human body;
- endoscopy and endobiopsy - removal of a piece of tissue to determine the presence of parasitic organisms;
- PCR - blood diagnosis for the presence of parasitic organisms in the human body.
Difficulties dealing with parasitic individuals
The most difficult thing in the fight against parasites is the diagnosis. They masterfully hide in the body, and it is not so easy to detect the presence of parasites. The life cycle of some individuals reaches two decades! What colossal damage during this period can be caused by germs, worms or helminths! The manifestation of the presence of parasites of different species is different, and it happens that it is not possible to identify the parasites even in clinical studies.
The detection of parasites or their fragments in the stool is shocking, but one should not panic.
After all, it is thanks to this that one can begin to fight against foreign organisms, which thus weaken the immune system and damage health. After the parasite has been released, you should not hesitate to take it to the laboratory to a doctor who specializes in infectious diseases. Indeed, depending on the type of helminthic organism, rational treatment is prescribed. Antiparasitic therapy and concomitant medications are prescribed to maintain overall health.
Traditional medicine against parasites (treatment of roundworms and tapeworms)
According to the Ministry of Health, one in three adults and one in two children are infected with various parasites. Helminths are the most common parasitic species that humans host. Tapeworms and roundworms are the most common types of worms. Their second name is nematodes and cestodes. Most often, individuals live and reproduce in the intestines. There are many drugs, some are capable of destroying several types of helminths at once. In the fight against parasites in the human body, many methods and treatment routes have been developed. Medicines are designed to suppress parasites by working on their major organs and systems.
Drugs are indicated for such helminthiasis:
- ascardiosis;
- teniarinhoses;
- tapeworm;
- enterobiasis;
- trichinosis;
- echinococcosis;
- other types of illnesses.
Very often "Vermox" is used, but it should be borne in mind that this drug is contraindicated in case of contraindications to the use of lactose, ulcers, colitis, Crohn's disease, liver failure and during pregnancy. The drug is contraindicated in children under three years old. The drug may have side effects: disorders of the digestive system, disorders of the nervous system and the genitourinary system. In some cases, the manifestation of allergic reactions, hair loss, changes in indicators of clinical blood and urine tests are noted. That is, the drug is quite toxic and can negatively affect the general state of health. Self-prescribing is not recommended. Only a doctor can prescribe the correct medication and dosage, taking into account existing diseases and health problems.
Traditional medicine against parasites (treatment of trematodes)
Suckers are also frequent guests and "tenants" of one person.
This group of parasites is made up of tapeworms. They can live in many organs of the human body: pancreas, lungs, intestines, gallbladder, liver. Against these parasitic organisms, special drugs are used, causing paralysis of the body of the parasite and death.
Along with antiparasitic therapy, complex treatment with symptomatic drugs is carried out. It is advisable to prescribe anti-allergic drugs, drugs to protect the liver, choleretic drugs, enzymes, sorbents, pain relievers. In some cases, antibiotics are prescribed at the discretion of the doctor. Since the presence of fluke significantly weakens the immune system, a complex of vitamins and minerals is prescribed. And the last stage of treatment is the normalization of the intestinal microflora.
Traditional medicine against parasites (fight against protozoa, ecoparasites)
Parasitologists have enough information on how to resist the simpler. Amoeba, lamblia, cryptosporidium can settle in the human body and parasitize there.
The main component of drugs affects the genetic code of protozoa and contributes to their destruction. Medicines are contraindicated in cases of hepatic insufficiency, epilepsy, during the period of childbearing and breastfeeding.
The parasites are localized and multiply in the circulatory system and internal organs, as well as on the skin. One such representative of parasites is a mite that infects smooth skin and hair follicles. The most common locations for parasites are the eyebrows, eyelashes, nose, and the area around the mouth. This becomes the cause of an unpleasant change in appearance. It is very difficult to recover from demodicosis. Various methods are used to destroy subcutaneous mites: preparations of the metronidazole group, medicinal gels, essential preparations, cosmetic cleansing of the face, laser peeling. Lice are also representatives of this type of parasite. Lice affect the scalp and pubis.
Alternative medicine against parasites
Alternative medicine has accumulated many recipes to fight against parasitic species that attack humans. With helminthiasis, it is recommended to take the following herbal preparations:
- wormwood - the powdered grass is taken on an empty stomach, and before bedtime, to brighten up the bitterness, you can mix the herbal powder with honey;
- propolis;
- cinnamon - taken twice a day, can be mixed with food;
- mushroom tincture - finely chopped chanterelles are poured with vodka and insisted for fourteen days, they drink five grams of tincture per day;
- onions and garlic - due to the high content of phytoncides and essential oils, the vegetable effectively fights pests;
- coriander;
- pumpkin seeds - there are a huge number of recipes, this remedy is one of the most effective;
- Ginger;
- tansy - dry flowers are poured with boiling water and stored for an hour and a half, they drink the remedy three times a day for three days;
- Oak bark.
The method of cleansing the body to expel worms using pine nuts is very popular. As noted by patients who expelled the parasites with the help of nuts, five kilograms of the product will be needed. One hundred grams of nuts should be chewed per day. For a high result during the cleaning period, it is necessary to abandon meat, fatty and spicy products. The treatment lasts about two months. Regardless of the method of cleansing the intestines from parasites, one should not forget about the need for cleansing enemas and taking vitamin complexes. You should also refuse products that are excellent material for the reproduction of parasites.
Diet therapy against parasites
All dishes eaten by humans have a different effect on parasites.
Some products inhibit the vital activity of worms, others serve as a source of nutrition and a breeding environment. It is necessary to create such conditions in which the parasites will be oppressed and lack nutrients. Properly chosen diet will not only cleanse the intestines, but also increase immunity, enrich the body with useful substances and components.
There are foods known to be intolerant to helminths:
- onion garlic;
- White cabbage;
- blackberries, pineapple, pomegranate;
- pumpkin seeds;
- fruits;
- fermented dairy products;
- green vegetables.
We must abandon products that serve as a favorable environment for the development and reproduction of helminths:
- a fish;
- meat products;
- sweets and flour products;
- fried fatty foods;
- strong coffee and tea.
The basic rules of diet are as follows:
- drink as much fluid as possible, it is recommended to drink seven to eight cups of water per day;
- try to plant food to take up about two-thirds of the entire diet;
- eat raw vegetables;
- eat often, in portions, in small portions;
- give up sweets;
- treat vegetables with boiling water before serving.
Nutritionists, as well as infectious disease specialists, parasitologists and therapists argue that in order to effectively cleanse the intestines, you need to try to rebuild your diet and reorganize yourself on such a diet:
- drink a glass of water on an empty stomach;
- have breakfast with raw vegetables;
- snack on vegetables, drizzled with sour milk or kefir;
- for an afternoon snack it is recommended to eat a small amount of pineapple;
- for dinner eat boiled potatoes and a vegetable salad;
- each snack should be accompanied by the use of sour milk or kefir.
Such a diet helps to destroy worms and improve the digestive system and the whole body as a whole.
Prevention of worm infection
In order not to get infected with parasitic individuals, you need to adhere to simple rules. In addition to drug treatment in case of illness, it is necessary to adhere to the following rules:
- observe the hygiene of the nails - cut them quickly and monitor the cleanliness of the nail plates;
- do not contact patients;
- wearing underwear in the form of swimsuits;
- wash and change laundry daily;
- wash your hands with detergent after using the toilet and before eating;
- after playing with pets, remember to wash your hands.
To avoid infection with parasites such as lice, you should use only your comb, wash your hair systematically, use only your own towel and bedding. All laundry should be ironed after washing. Do not ignore the treatment of toys with antiseptic and antiparasitic drugs. Cleaning the organs of parasitic individuals such as molds, microbes, worms, helminths is a complex and consistent process. Before starting treatment, you should consult your doctor and jointly develop a treatment plan. Self-medication can lead to poor health and the development of serious pathologies.